31st October 2025  /  EAGLE FM

Across Namibia, countless widows face hardship and injustice at the hands of those who seek to claim their late husbands’ wealth. Too often, these women are left without support, security, or even a voice. When a man dies, the loss often extends beyond the emotional — it becomes a devastating turning point that exposes the fragility of women’s rights and dignity in many Namibian communities.

For many women, the death of a husband does not just mean mourning; it marks the beginning of an ordeal — a silent struggle against greed, tradition, and neglect. In a society that often prides itself on compassion and family unity, widows are too frequently left to suffer in the shadows.